ZIP 15863 (Stump Creek, PA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 15863: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Jefferson County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
12 of 699 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Jefferson County compares with Pennsylvania
Jefferson County against Pennsylvania and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Jefferson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Jefferson County | Pennsylvania | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 136.0 | 57.2 | 49.7 | 2.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.1 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.54 | 0.47 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.8% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 48% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 20.5% | 9.1% | 6.2% | 2.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 19.4% | 24.5% | 23.7% | 21% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 30.3% | 19.0% | 13.8% | 1.6× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 48.4% | 42.7% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 34.2% | 24.2% | 24.8% | 1.4× the state |
Jefferson County has lower values than Pennsylvania for garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
Jefferson County at a glance: 20.5% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Pennsylvania: 9.1%).
Overview
Police reported 699 crashes involving commercial trucks in Jefferson County since 2015: 379 people were injured and 22 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 6 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 13.6% of truck crashes; the quietest is July at 5.3%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 48.4% of truck crashes, against 42.7% across Pennsylvania.
More truck crashes happen at 5–6 pm than at any other hour (6.9%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 20.5% of truck crashes, compared with 9.1% in Pennsylvania.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-80 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (5). After it: SR-310 (1), Ssr-4014 Shaffer Rd (1) and US-119 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 12 crashes, 1.7% of the total, against 3.6% across Pennsylvania.
Route planning tips for ZIP 15863 fleets
- Build extra time into January routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use I-80, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 20.5% of truck crashes here, more than Pennsylvania; schedule winter checks early.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
This report uses the FMCSA crash file (reported crashes of trucks over 10,000 lb) and NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes). It reports the numbers without guessing at reasons.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Jefferson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 5 |
| SR-310 | 1 |
| Ssr-4014 Shaffer Rd | 1 |
| US-119 | 1 |
| US-219 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Jefferson County) |
|---|---|
| I-0080 | 484 |
| SR-0036 | 38 |
| SR-0028 | 36 |
| SR-0219 | 26 |
| SR-0322 | 24 |
| Keystone Shortway Rd | 21 |
| SR-0119 | 20 |
| SR-0536 | 5 |
ZIP 15863 at a glance
| Population | 159 |
| Density | 121 per sq mi |
| Median home value | $80,361 |
| Home ownership | 100% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Jefferson County since the 1990s
Combines the FMCSA crash file (all reported truck crashes, real coverage from about 1990) with NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes involving a large truck, 1982–2024).
| Decade | Truck crashes / yr | Change | Fatal crashes / yr (FARS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 53 | — | 1.9 |
| 2000s | 46 | -15% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 50 | +9% | 1.4 |
| 2020s | 56 | +12% | 2.0 |
In the 1990s about 53 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 56. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 1.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 15863
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 15863?
Since 2015, 699 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Jefferson County (379 injured, 22 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 15863?
I-80 had 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 15863 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 15863?
Truck crashes in Jefferson County peak in January, with 13.6% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 15863?
Since 2015, Jefferson County has reported 12 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.7% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 15863 compare with Pennsylvania for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 136.0 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Jefferson County, vs 57.2 for Pennsylvania.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 15863?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.